1974 Holden Belmont vs. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Holden Belmont. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Holden Belmont would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Holden Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Holden Belmont (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport. (119 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Holden Belmont should accelerate faster than 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 174 kg more than 1974 Holden Belmont.
Because 1974 Holden Belmont is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Holden Belmont. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Holden Belmont (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport. (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Holden Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Holden Belmont | 1991 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Belmont | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
